📖 Osaka Sailboat-shaped Sightseeing Ship Saint Maria

This is a replica ship modeled after the "Santa Maria," which Columbus sailed when he discovered the Americas, built at about twice the original size. This sightseeing cruise ship departs from the "Kaiyukan West Pier" located in the Tempozan Harbor Village. The area also features the world's largest aquarium, "Kaiyukan," a Ferris wheel, and a large shopping complex, "Tempozan Market Place." The boat tour lasts about 45 minutes, allowing for a leisurely cruise around Osaka Bay, where you can enjoy the magnificent sea views. The ship has four levels, equipped with guest rooms, food shops, and first-class cabins, providing a rather elegant sailing experience. The fourth-floor observation deck of the Santa Maria offers a wide view and is furnished with benches. You can enjoy the sea breeze while watching the ocean, relishing the romantic moments of a maritime cruise. At the same time, you can admire the coastal scenery, including the skyscrapers of Sakishima, the container terminal, and the red Port Bridge. On the first floor, the guest room "Sala de Colon" showcases materials related to the Age of Exploration and maritime history. The second-floor guest room "Sala de Patio" features a shop selling drinks and light snacks. Among the various sailing options, the sunset cruise is highly recommended, as it offers an enchanting experience of a sea journey bathed in the beauty of the sunset, making it very popular.

This sightseeing cruise ship is modeled after the ships used by Columbus when he discovered the New World, built at twice the scale. It offers tours of various tourist attractions in Osaka Bay. The ship features accommodations, an open deck, food stalls, and other facilities, allowing for an elegant and luxurious sailing experience. It also showcases various materials related to the Age of Exploration and maritime history.